VoiceThread is a website that allows users to share their stories through audio, video, images and text. Comments can also be made on the stories through text, microphone, doodling, webcam video or audio file. VoiceThreads can be used on blogs and websites to provide extra interactive information. VoiceThread in simple terms is a recorded conversation.
How does tool apply to your curricular area?
VoiceThread is a great tool for Elementary Education because students can put stories and information they have learned in their own words and receive feedback to help enhance their learning and opinions.Research has proven that when students put information into their own words, it tends to be better understood.VoiceThread is unique because it "humanizes" the online classroom experience. It is also good for kids who are shy about presenting in front of the class because they can create a VoiceThread video to present their information. It is easy for Educators to manage students accounts, monitor students work and create class groups, so that students can share there work with each other. It is secure and does not pose a problem for internet safety which parents will be glad to know.
Where does tool fit in Digital Blooms and why?
VoiceThread fits into the creating portion of blooms taxonomy because students are using their own ideas to present information in a unique way that enhances understanding and knowledge.
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Katie Gibson, Hannah Davidson, Addison WhiteName of Tool:
VoiceThreadWebsite of Tool:
voicethread.com
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YesDescription of Tool:
VoiceThread is a website that allows users to share their stories through audio, video, images and text. Comments can also be made on the stories through text, microphone, doodling, webcam video or audio file. VoiceThreads can be used on blogs and websites to provide extra interactive information. VoiceThread in simple terms is a recorded conversation.How does tool apply to your curricular area?
VoiceThread is a great tool for Elementary Education because students can put stories and information they have learned in their own words and receive feedback to help enhance their learning and opinions.Research has proven that when students put information into their own words, it tends to be better understood.VoiceThread is unique because it "humanizes" the online classroom experience. It is also good for kids who are shy about presenting in front of the class because they can create a VoiceThread video to present their information. It is easy for Educators to manage students accounts, monitor students work and create class groups, so that students can share there work with each other. It is secure and does not pose a problem for internet safety which parents will be glad to know.Where does tool fit in Digital Blooms and why?
VoiceThread fits into the creating portion of blooms taxonomy because students are using their own ideas to present information in a unique way that enhances understanding and knowledge.Extras: What's a VoiceThread Anyways?
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